I have a bit metal bin with the lid and then the carbon filter. The filter is where the maggots have been found. I am going to cover the air holes with plastic wrap and see if that works. we've had fruit fly infestations before and I want to avoid that. i don't mind maggots if they're good but they burrow into the carbon filter. going to boil it, after I've cleaned it out using a fork. Will try to report back. thanks.